Defense secretary was hospitalized for infection related to prostate cancer
A statement provides new details amid a growing controversy over the Pentagon's failure to notify the White House about his hospitalization.
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A statement provides new details amid a growing controversy over the Pentagon's failure to notify the White House about his hospitalization.
The pilot of the Chinese jet performed an "unnecessarily aggressive maneuver" while intercepting a U.S. Air Force reconnaissance plane May 26, the Pentagon said.
The 21-year-old faces charges of unauthorized retention and transmission of national defense information and unauthorized removal and retention of classified documents.
The 21-year-old airman in the Massachusetts Air National Guard made his first appearance in court Friday.
Federal law enforcement officials have identified a suspect in the leaking of secret defense and intelligence documents that have circulated online for weeks.
The Pentagon is still assessing the validity of the documents, which purport to show classified information about the war in Ukraine and beyond, the spokesperson said.
An official said the Pentagon is trying to determine how the material leaked and how serious the leak is.
After the U.S. conducted retaliatory "precision airstrikes" on facilities used by Iran-linked groups, there were a series of new attacks on U.S. bases Friday.
The camera view is lost briefly after the apparent collision but it comes back to show what the Air Force said was damage to the propeller from the strike.
One in 10 female cadets at the Air Force Academy said they suffered unwanted sexual contact in the 2013-2014 academic year, a figure essentially unchanged from the previous academic year.
The Fisher House Foundation has agreed to make payments from its own funds to help families of fallen soldiers who lost death benefits because of the government shutdown, and the foundation has ties to Denver.
Flags are flying at half-staff across Colorado in honor of a Denver soldier killed last month in Afghanistan.
Flags have been ordered to fly at half-staff across Colorado on Wednesday in honor of a Denver soldier killed earlier this month in Afghanistan.
Years before she became the first woman to lead the Air Force Academy, Lt. Gen. Michelle Johnson was at the controls of jet-powered transport planes, and in her 20s, she often commanded aircraft crews.
The Pentagon says a 29-year-old Fort Carson soldier died after his vehicle hit an improvised explosive device in Afghanistan.
Fort Carson is holding a memorial service for a soldier from Oswego, N.Y., who died in Afghanistan.
The Defense Department says two Fort Carson soldiers from Colorado and Oregon have been killed in Afghanistan.
Douglas County voters will choose at least one new face to join the Board of County Commissioners. There are three commissioner seats on the board.
The Colorado Secretary of State's Office released more information about the online password leak on Monday, the day before the election.
A Douglas County Sheriff's deputy was struck by a suspected DUI driver while investigating a crash over the weekend.
Many Coloradans are feeling stressed and anxious ahead of the election. Experts are offering tips for people feeling stressed about the election to help mitigate those emotions.
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5 and Coloradans who haven't already voted in person or dropped them in drop boxes still have some time.
Douglas County voters will choose at least one new face to join the Board of County Commissioners. There are three commissioner seats on the board.
The Colorado Secretary of State's Office released more information about the online password leak on Monday, the day before the election.
A Douglas County Sheriff's deputy was struck by a suspected DUI driver while investigating a crash over the weekend.
Many Coloradans are feeling stressed and anxious ahead of the election. Experts are offering tips for people feeling stressed about the election to help mitigate those emotions.
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5 and Coloradans who haven't already voted in person or dropped them in drop boxes still have some time.
A Douglas County Sheriff's deputy was struck by a suspected DUI driver while investigating a crash over the weekend.
On Saturday night at Trailblazer Stadium, the Mountain Vista Golden Eagles girls flag football team made history. In a thriller, neck-and-neck game, the Mountain Vista girls won 32-21 over Arvada West, earning their first-ever 5A Flag Football title. The girls were exceptional all season, remaining undefeated (19-0). While last year's pilot program champions, the Arvada West Wildcats ended their season 16-3. The Golden Eagles started hot with an early lead, but the Wildcats would put up a fight, making it a one-point game in the third quarter, 21-20. Still, the Golden Eagles held the lead for most of the game and would end up on top. Junior Quarterback Ariana Akey with an outstanding performance, rushing for three touchdowns, and a couple of interceptions in the fourth to end their undefeated season with a championship.
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Winter Park Express offers train service to Winter Park for the ski season.
Denver police investigate deadly shooting on Colfax after argument between the victim and the suspect.
The Denver Broncos were beaten in all phases of the game on Sunday in a 41-10 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray was placed in the concussion protocol after a third-quarter collision with Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle forced him out Friday night's game.
After picking up back-to-back wins over the Saints and the Panthers, the Denver Broncos have a 5-3 record, and a lot of that can be attributed to Bo Nix.
It's the eighth World Series title in franchise history for the Boys in Blue, and their second in five years.
Italian skier Matilde Lorenzi died from her injuries after a crash during training in northern Italy, the International Ski and Snowboard Federation said.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Run for Recovery, a new program, offers a boot camp for people in recovery from substance use who dream of holding political office.
Vice President Kamala Harris made a surprise appearance on "Saturday Night Live," playing herself as the mirror-image double of Maya Rudolph's version of her.
Jasmine Adeoye, an account manager based in Austin, Texas, said she became addicted to kratom drink "Feel Free Classic," after she sought an alcohol alternative.
Many Coloradans are feeling stressed and anxious ahead of the election. Experts are offering tips for people feeling stressed about the election to help mitigate those emotions.
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5 and Coloradans who haven't already voted in person or dropped them in drop boxes still have some time.
Former President Donald Trump told rally goers in Pennsylvania that he wouldn't mind if a potential assassination attempt went through the media risers.
Among the ballot measures Colorado voters are considering on Election Day is one that may seem like it's a no-brainer. It is Amendment H, which deals with judicial discipline. Supporters say it will pull back the veil of secrecy in the judiciary.
Run for Recovery, a new program, offers a boot camp for people in recovery from substance use who dream of holding political office.
Many Coloradans are feeling stressed and anxious ahead of the election. Experts are offering tips for people feeling stressed about the election to help mitigate those emotions.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Run for Recovery, a new program, offers a boot camp for people in recovery from substance use who dream of holding political office.
Jasmine Adeoye, an account manager based in Austin, Texas, said she became addicted to kratom drink "Feel Free Classic," after she sought an alcohol alternative.
Some people conceived by sperm donors are pushing for regulation, citing the risks to society caused by extremely prolific donors.
TGI Fridays Executive Chairman Rohit Manocha said "COVID-19 and capital structure" were the primary drivers of the chain's financial challenges.
Jasmine Adeoye, an account manager based in Austin, Texas, said she became addicted to kratom drink "Feel Free Classic," after she sought an alcohol alternative.
Berkshire said in its earnings report Saturday that it sold off roughly another 100 million Apple shares in the third quarter after halving its massive investment in the iPhone maker last quarter.
Wendy's plans to close 140 U.S. restaurants before the end of this year on top of the 100 it said it would close in May.
2025 contribution limit for 401(k) plans is $23,500, up from $23,000 in 2024. IRA contribution limit remains $7,000.
Stephen Matthews, the former Denver cardiologist sentenced to 158 years in jail, tried to erase text conversations and videos with some of his victims from his cellphone, according to the prosecutors in the case.
Roving burglary crews throughout Colorado have been specifically targeting the homes of Asian business owners and stealing massive amounts of cash, jewelry, watches and high-end purses in what one detective calls an "epidemic."
A former Independent Monitor who oversaw Denver's public safety agencies for nearly a decade said he expects Denver Fire Department Command staff to face discipline after an independent investigation found them misusing their comp time and vacation time.
A blistering 26-page report on the use of comp or flex time by Denver's fire chief and his top seven commanders calls the years-long practice a violation of Denver's Revised Municipal Code, "an organizational failing" and a "problematic practice."
A Denver judge sentenced a former cardiologist to 158 years behind bars for drugging 10 women he met on dating apps and then sexually assaulting eight of them.